BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science, a biomedical science degree focused on human health, disease mechanisms, and clinical diagnostics. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Clinical Skills. The course offers an optional foundation year and can be studied full-time or part-time over four to six years. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Introduction to Microbiology, Genetics and Molecular Biology, and Anatomy and Physiology. The second year progresses to advanced study via Genes and Genomics, Bioscience Research Methods, Processes of Life: Biochemistry, and Cellular Pathology. The final year involves specialized study through Integrated Medical Genetics, Clinical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, and Haematology and Transfusion Science, alongside a Biomedical Science Research Project.
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Entry requirements
Standard entry requirements apply for the Biomed degree. A typical offer would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC or, Merit at T Level In addition, you are expected to have studied a science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology) in an A Level at grade C or equivalent qualification. For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page . For more information on how to apply as an International student, please visit our How to Apply page . Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Entry Requirements: Admission to this foundation course is normally: DEE at A Level or, MPP at BTEC or, Pass (D or E) at T Level In addition, you are expected to have studied a science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology) in an A Level at grade D or equivalent qualification. However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
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What students say
Based on about 39 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started
- Continued on course: 84%
- Left higher education: 14%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 30%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 360 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 55%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 4%
- South East: 14%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 80 students who started
- A levels: 91%
- Access course: 6%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional and Academic Skills for University Study
- Applied Learning Project
- Foundations in Science
- Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Fundamentals of Immunology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Biomedical Laboratory Practice
- Genes and Genomics
- Bioscience Research Methods
- Processes of Life: Biochemistry
- Infection & Immunity
- Cellular Pathology
- Clinical Immunology and Haematology
- Integrated Medical Genetics
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Medical Microbiology
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Biomedical Science Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £37,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Northampton do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Northampton?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedical Science at University of Northampton?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 81 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at University of Northampton accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Northampton?
84% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.